We are recruiting on behalf of our client in the energy sector for an experienced, highly motivated, and commercially astute Senior Legal Officer.

The successful candidate will provide legal advisory services, manage legal risks, draft and negotiate commercial agreements, support dispute resolution, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and corporate governance requirements. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic corporate environment while supporting strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Compliance

• Provide timely legal advice to management and various business units.
• Interpret and advise on applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Participate in policy development and provide legal input on strategic initiatives.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.

Contract Management

• Draft, review, negotiate, and vet commercial contracts, service agreements, NDAs, leases, and other legal instruments.
• Coordinate execution of contracts and maintain an organized legal documentation system.
• Liaise with internal departments to obtain legal documentation required for commercial transactions.
• Ensure timely availability of legal documentation to facilitate business operations.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Handle pre-litigation legal matters and customer or stakeholder legal inquiries.
• Coordinate with external advocates on litigation matters.
• Monitor ongoing legal disputes and recommend appropriate legal strategies.

Legal Research & Corporate Governance

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and reports.
• Support compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations.
• Assist in protecting intellectual property rights through registration and record management.
• Maintain accurate legal records and document management systems.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor\’s Degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law (Advocates Training Programme) from the Kenya School of Law.
• Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Valid Practising Certificate.
• Active membership with the Law Society of Kenya (LSK).
• Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Excellent legal drafting and contract negotiation skills.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Key Competencies

• Commercial Law
• Contract Drafting & Negotiation
• Corporate Governance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Legal Risk Management
• Litigation Support
• Legal Research
• Communication & Negotiation
• Stakeholder Management
• Report Writing

What We Offer

• Permanent and pensionable employment.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Opportunity to work in a leading corporate environment.
• Professional growth and career development.
• Exposure to complex commercial legal matters.